Deni 1715 User Manual

MAGIC VAC™ Select

Commercial Quality Vacuum Sealer

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Model #1715

IMPORTANT!

Please keep these instructions and your original box packaging.

INSTRUCTIONS

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FOR PROPER USE AND CARE

MAGIC VAC™ Select

Commercial Quality Vacuum Sealer

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Features/Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Operating your vacuum sealer

Using Magic Vac bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Vacuum pack the bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Using the manual seal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Stopping the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Opening a vacuum sealed bag . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Jar Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Opening a vacuum sealed canning jar. . . . . . . 6 Magic Vac Smoked Canisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Magic Vac Universal Lids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Magic Vac Clear Canisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Magic Vac Bottle Savers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Hints and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Above sea level operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Food storage and safety information . . . . . . . . 10-11 General rules for food storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12 Packaging large volumes of food products . . . . . . 12 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Storing your vacuum sealer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Cleaning and maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back cover

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using this electrical appliance, safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:

■Read all of the instructions before using appliance.

■Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use.

■Do not use outdoors or on a wet surface.

■Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

■Use only as described in this manual.

■Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the appliance is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to Keystone Manufacturing Company,

Inc. for proper service, replacement or repair immediately.

■Do not do the following: pull or carry by the cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not operate appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

■Do not use an extension cord with this unit. However, if one is used, it must have a rating equal to or exceeding the rating of this appliance.

■Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

■Do not immerse this appliance in water or use if cord/plug is wet.

■Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

■Turn the unit OFF before unplugging.

■WARNING: Appliance not for continuous use. Approved for one operating cycle per two minutes.

■This unit is recommended for household, indoor use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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MAGIC VAC™ Select

Commercial Quality Vacuum Sealer

FEATURES

SEAL indicator light

bag cutter

ON indicator light

Manual Seal button

roll storage

ON/OFF switch

LOCK buttons

sealing gasket

hose

port

release

valve

lid

hose

	sealing		bar				non-slip feet
	airtight gaskets						jar attachment
				vacuum chamber

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	FUNCTIONS
On/Off Switch	Press to turn on the MAGIC VAC®, keep the switch on OFF (0) when you are not using it.
On Indicator Light	When the appliance is on, the indicator light is green.
Manual Seal Button	Stops the automatic vacuum and begins the seal process; it can be turned on at any time.
Seal Indicator Light	When the sealing process is under way, the light turns on.
Roll Compartment	For keeping a roll of bags within reach and ready to use.
Lid	Opening the lid into the fixed raised position allows you to position the bags before starting the vacuum
	packing process.
Release Valve	Press it to stop the vacuum cycle at any time or to open the lid at the end of the cycle.
Hose Port	To insert the hose to containers, universal lids, bottle savers and jars with jar attachment.
Bag Cutter	Press and slide in one direction or another to cut bags of a desired size.
Sealing Gasket	Presses the bag onto the sealing strip.
Lock Buttons	In the locked position they secure the lid in place while the vacuum packing cycle is under way in bags,
	jars and containers; they release automatically.
Sealing Bar	Teflon-coated heating element that seals the bag and prevents it from sticking to the bar.
Vacuum Chamber	Position the open end of the bag inside the chamber, draw air from the bag and collect any excess
	liquid.
Airtight Gaskets	Guarantee that a vacuum will be maintained in the chamber, thus allowing air to be removed from bags
	and containers.
Non-Slip Feet	Prevents MAGIC VAC® from slipping during use.

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MAGIC VAC™ Select

Commercial Quality Vacuum Sealer

OPERATING YOUR VACUUM SEALER

USING MAGIC VAC BAGS

1.Place the unit on a dry, flat surface. Plug the unit in. Turn the unit on.

2.Select bag size. Bag rolls are available in two widths, 8” and 111/2”. Choose the bag size to suit items to be stored. Pull out enough of the bag roll to hold items to be vacuum packed plus an additional 3”. Allow another 1” for each time the bag will be opened and resealed. If you select Pre-Cut Bags, skip to step 7.

3.Cut the bag. When the correct length of bag has been determined, press the Bag Cutter Blade and keeping it pressed down, start from either side of the bag and slide it for the necessary distance according to width. This

way you will cleanly and precisely cut a piece to the desired size.

4.Seal the first end of the bag. Lift the Lid until you hear a click. Place an open end of the cut bag on the Seal Bar with smooth side facing up. NOTE: DO NOT let bag hang into

the Vacuum Chamber or on the Gripping Gaskets.

5.Engage vacuum. Close the Lid. Push down on the front

5	corners of the Lid with your thumbs and push the

Vacuum Locks into the locked position. The appliance will carry out a vacuum packing cycle. Wait until the SEAL light goes off. Press down on the rounded recessed area of the Release Valve to release the Lid. Lift the Lid and remove the bag with the sealed end.

6.Check seal. The completed seal is a smooth straight line. There will be no wrinkles in the seal. If there are, trim the seal away, and repeat the sealing process if you think the bag is still large enough. If not, cut a new bag.

7.Fill bag to be vacuum packed. Put food in bag. Wipe off liquid and food particles from area inside of bag to be sealed.

8.Vacuum pack the bag. Lift the Lid until you hear a click. Lay the filled bag in front of the unit and place open end into the Vacuum Chamber. Close the Lid. Push down on the front corners of the Lid with your thumbs and push the Vacuum Locks into the locked position. The appliance will carry out a vacuum packing cycle. Wait until the SEAL light goes off. Press down on the rounded recessed area of the Release Valve to release the Lid. Lift the Lid and remove the bag.

9.How to use the Manual Seal. Pressing this button causes the SEAL light to go on and the sealing process starts immediately. This allows you to prevent delicate, fragile foods from being crushed (e.g. biscuits, etc.).

10.Stopping the appliance. Vacuuming can be stopped at any time by pressing down the Release Valve on the rounded recessed area and holding it down until the appliance stops.

11.Store vacuum packed products properly. All perishable foods need to be refrigerated or frozen to prevent spoilage.

OPEN A SEALED BAG

Cut bag straight across with scissors, just inside the seal.

USING THE JAR ATTACHMENT

NOTE: The following instructions are for use with the wide (included) or small (not included) mouth jar attachment.

1.Fill jar. Make sure that jar is not filled to the top. Leave at least 1” space at the top for the vacuum to operate properly. Note: Be sure to use the wide mouth canning jars with the wide mouth attachments, and small mouth canning jars with the small mouth attachments.

2.Placement of jar lid. Make sure that the rim of the jar and the seal of the lid are clean and free of food particles before placing lid on container. Note: DO NOT use the metal ring when vacuum sealing the jar. Once

the jar is vacuum packed, place the ring on the jar and tighten to ensure a secure seal.

3.Placement of jar attachment. Place Jar Attachment directly over lid on top of jar. Push down firmly.

4.Connect jar attachment. Push one end of the Accessory Hose firmly into the Jar Attachment. Push the other end firmly into the Hose Port on the Lid.

5.Engage vacuum. Close the Lid on the Select. Push down on the front corners of the lid with your thumbs and push the Vacuum Locks into the locked position. The machine will carry out a vacuum packing cycle and turn off automatically on its completion.

6.Remove jar attachment. Remove the tube from the Canister Lid Knob. Turn the Knob to “CLOSED” position.

OPENING A VACUUM SEALED CANNING JAR

1.Wedge a spoon between the highest part of the threaded rim on jar and jar lid.

2.Carefully turn the spoon to release the lid. Be careful NOT to bend the lid so you can reuse it.

NOTE: Vacuum Packaging is not a substitute for canning. PERISHABLE FOODS AND LIQUIDS MUST BE STORED IN REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER.

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MAGIC VAC™ Select

Commercial Quality Vacuum Sealer

USING MAGIC VAC SMOKED CANISTERS

NOTE: The jar attachment is not needed for these canisters. These new canisters have a star shaped knob with an opening to fit the hose port. Canisters are sold seperately.

1.Fill container. For the vacuum to operate properly, leave at least 1” space at the top of the canister.

2.Placement of canister lid. Make sure

that both the rim of the canister and the seal of the lid are clean and free of food particles before placing the lid on the canister. Turn the arrow on the canister lid knob to “VACUUM”.

3.Connecting the canister to the unit. Push one end of the Vacuum Hose firmly into the canister lid knob. Push the other end firmly into the Hose Port on the vacuum sealer.

4.Engage vacuum. Close the Lid on the Select. Push down on the front corners of the lid with your thumbs and push the Vacuum Locks into the locked position. The machine will carry out a vacuum packing cycle and turn off automatically on its completion.

5.Turn the arrow on the canister lid knob to “CLOSED”.

76. Remove the Vacuum Hose from the Hose Port and Canister.

7.Opening a vacuum-sealed canister. Turn the arrow on the white knob to “OPEN”; you will hear the sound of air whistling back into the canister.

USING MAGIC VAC UNIVERSAL LIDS

NOTE: DO NOT vacuum package food in bowls or containers made out of the following material: thin glass, crystal, aluminum, or plastic. The powerful vacuum may cause the material to collapse. Universal lids are sold seperately.

1.Fill container. For the vacuum to operate properly, leave at least 1” space at the top of the container.

2.Placement of canister lid. Make sure that both the rim of the container and the seal of the universal lid are clean and free of food particles. Place lid on container. Turn the arrow on the lid knob to “VACUUM”.

3.Connecting the canister to the unit. Push one end of the Vacuum Hose firmly into the universal lid knob. Push the other end firmly into the Hose Port on the vacuum sealer.

4.Engage vacuum. Close the Lid on the Select. Push down on the front corners of the lid with your thumbs and push the Vacuum Locks into the locked position. The machine will carry out a vacuum packing cycle and turn off automatically on its completion.

5.Turn the arrow on the universal lid knob to “CLOSED”.

6.Remove the Vacuum Hose from the Hose Port and Lid.

7.Opening a vacuum-sealed canister. Turn the arrow on the white knob to “OPEN”; you will hear the sound of air whistling back into the canister.

USING MAGIC VAC CLEAR CANISTERS

Canisters are sold seperately.

1.Fill canister. For the vacuum to operate properly, leave at least 1” space at the top of the canister.

2.Placement of canister lid. Make sure that both the rim of the canister and the seal of the lid are clean and free of food particles before placing the lid on the canister. Place the lid on the canister.

3.Connecting the canister to the unit. Push one end of the Vacuum Hose firmly into the jar attachment. Push the other end firmly into the Hose Port on the vacuum sealer.

4.Place the jar attachment on top of the canister. Push down on the jar attachment firmly so it seals correctly.

5.Engage vacuum. Close the Lid on the Select. Push down on the front corners of the lid with your thumbs and push the Vacuum Locks into the locked position. The machine will carry out a vacuum packing cycle and turn off automatically on its completion.

6.Remove the Vacuum Hose from the Hose Port and the jar attachment.

7.Opening a vacuum-sealed canister. Press the button marked “PUSH” in the center of the canister lid. You will hear the sound of air whistling back into the canister.

USING MAGIC VAC BOTTLE SAVERS®

Bottle Savers® are sold seperately.

1.For the vacuum to operate properly, leave at least 1” space at the top of the bottle.

2.Push one end of the Vacuum Hose firmly into the Bottle Saver. Push the other end firmly into the Hose Port on the vacuum sealer. Place the Bottle Saver in the bottle.

3.Close the Lid on the Select. Push down on the front corners of the lid with your thumbs and push the Vacuum Locks into the locked position. The machine will carry out a vacuum packing cycle and turn off automatically on its completion.

4.Remove the Vacuum Hose from the Hose Port and Bottle Saver.

5.Open a vacuum-sealed bottle by simply pulling up and twisting.

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MAGIC VAC™ Select

Commercial Quality Vacuum Sealer

Hints and Tips

■ Juices and moisture in foods can prevent a good seal,

	therefore, we recommend to pre-freeze food for 1-2
	hours before vacuum packaging. An alternative
	method is to fold a paper towel. Fill the bag with food
	and lay flat. Place the folded towel so it lies between
	the top of the bag and the food. Ensure that the paper
	towel is below the sealing strip. When you vacuum
	seal, the paper towel will absorb the excess moisture.
■	Liquids need to be cooled before vacuum packing. Hot
	liquids will bubble up and over the top of the jar when
	vacuum packed. Note: A jar attachment is necessary
	for sealing jars.
■	Use canning lids that have been checked for flaws. To
	create and keep a good vacuum, soak lids in boiling
	water for 3 minutes and rub a drop of mineral oil on
	the gasket. This will lubricate and hydrate the gasket.
	After vacuum packing, you may use the metal rim that
	comes with the jar in order to hold the lid in place.
	This rim is meant to assist in keeping the vacuum
	sealed lid secure.
■	Store perishable foods in the freezer or refrigerator.
	Vacuum packing extends the shelf life of foods, but
	does not preserve them.
9 ■	Many foods are sold pre-packed in commercial vacu-
	um bags such as cheese and deli meats. Now, you can

maintain the taste and freshness of these foods, by repackaging with Deni Magic Vac™ Bags after the commercially packed bags have been opened.

■ Pantry items such as flour, rice, mixes for cakes and pancakes, all stay fresher longer when vacuum packed. Nuts and condiments maintain their flavor while rancidity is kept out.

■ For objects with sharp points and edges, such as bones or dried pasta, pad the edges with paper towels to keep them from puncturing the bag.

■ There are many non-food uses for vacuum packing. Keep camping supplies such as matches, first aid kits and clothing clean and dry. Keep flares for auto emergencies ready. Keep silver and collectibles untarnished.

■ Fill a bag about 2/3 full with water, seal the end (don’t vacuum). Freeze the bag and use for ice in the cooler, or ice packs for sports injuries.

Using the Deni Magic Vac above sea level (over 4800 ft)

The Vacuum Gauge is a device technically working on a differential basis since it measures the difference between external pressure (room) and the internal vacuum level. This means that, in the presence of the same internal vacuum level, the vacuum gauge change from yellow to green will depend on the external pressure. Thus, when using the Magic Vac above sea level, the vacuum gauge might not turn totally green when reaching the maximum vacuum level due to the altitude; however, this does not mean that the obtained vacuum value is lower than the vacuum achieved at sea level.